Aquariums

Marineland Dolphin Adventure

Name: Marineland Dolphin Adventure
Address: 9600 N Ocean Shore Blvd, St. Augustine, FL 32080, St. Augustine, FL, US
Telephone: (407) 563-4701
Rating: 4.2

★★★★☆ 4.2 (3086 reviews)

📍 9600 N Ocean Shore Blvd, St. Augustine, FL 32080

📞 (407) 563-4701

🌐 www.marineland.net

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🕐 Hours

Monday	Closed
Tuesday	Closed
Wednesday	8:30 AM–3 PM
Thursday	8:30 AM–3 PM
Friday	8:30 AM–3 PM
Saturday	8:30 AM–3 PM
Sunday	8:30 AM–3 PM

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About Marineland Dolphin Adventure

Aquatic preserve with trained mammals. Marine center features interactive opportunities with trained dolphins, including swimming. Marineland Dolphin Adventure offers interactive swimming experiences with trained dolphins, making it one of the few facilities in Florida where visitors can directly swim and interact with dolphins as part of their visit. Rated 4.2 out of 5 stars by 3,086 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Aquarium
Best For: All ages
Highlights: Dolphin encounters, sea turtles, sharks, rays
History: Operating since 1938
Mission: Ocean conservation through connection and discovery

💡 Did You Know?

⭐Marineland Dolphin Adventure offers interactive swimming experiences with trained dolphins, making it one of the few facilities in Florida where visitors can directly swim and interact with dolphins as part of their visit
⭐The facility features a Sea to Shore Aquarium with multiple exhibits including sea turtles, nurse sharks, cownose rays, and red-footed tortoises across 3 above-ground pools, providing diverse marine animal encounters
⭐Dolphin interaction and swimming with dolphins are among the most mentioned topics in reviews (220 and 190 mentions respectively out of 3086 reviews), indicating these are the primary draw and most memorable experiences for visitors
⭐The facility maintains trained dolphin programs that include educational presentations and training demonstrations, with dolphin-related content mentioned in over 1,000 reviews

💬 What Visitors Say

💡Arrive early and follow the scheduled talk timeline starting with the 9:30 AM Sea to Shore tour, then progress through dolphin-focused presentations. This structured approach maximizes the educational experience and allows you to see all exhibits without feeling rushed.
💬General admission provides limited entertainment (about 30 minutes) with only 3 above-ground pools. If you're interested in dolphins, consider the swimming-with-dolphins package for better value, or compare to all-inclusive options like Discovery Cove in Orlando if you want a full-day experience.
💬The facility is small and compact, so plan for 2-4 hours depending on whether you do interactive experiences. The close proximity to the beach is a bonus—consider combining your visit with St. Augustine beach time.
💡Staff members are notably patient and knowledgeable—take advantage by asking questions during exhibits and talks. They don't rush visitors and are passionate about the animals, making them valuable sources for deeper learning.
🕐Note that some exhibits have limited viewing areas (ray feeding tank has insufficient deck space). Arrive early in the day to secure good viewing spots before crowds gather.